1995 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |